Steam distillation of the leaves of this Madagascan tree produces an essential oil that has a similar chemical makeup to Eucalyptus, with similar aromatherapy actions: antiseptic, antibacterial and anti-viral.

Steam distillation of the leaves of this Madagascan tree produces an essential oil that has a similar chemical makeup to Eucalyptus, with similar aromatherapy actions: antiseptic, antibacterial and anti-viral.